fall (a)foul of (someone or something)

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fall (a)foul of (someone or something)

To become disliked or to come in conflict with due to one's actions, often resulting in further trouble or conflict. Since you're new here, be careful not to fall afoul of Bill—he'll keep you off of every case if he's mad at you.I fell foul of the committee, and now, I'm not sure how to improve my reputation.

fall (a)foul of someone or something

and run (a)foul of someone or something

to get into a situation where one is opposed to someone or something; to get into trouble with someone or something. Dan fell afoul of the law at an early age.I hope that you will avoid falling afoul of the district manager. She can be a formidable enemy.I hope I don't run afoul of your sister. She doesn't like me.

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